Mr. Jakobs is the CEO of Royal Philips, simultaneously serving as chairman of the board of management and the executive committee. With over 25 years of leadership experience, he drives Philips’ strategy to enhance people-centered, high-quality care through digital innovation and sustainable healthcare solutions. Since joining Philips in 2010, he has led key business transformations, including the turnaround of Connected Care during the Covid-19 crisis and the growth of personal health businesses. He has spearheaded successful acquisitions such as BioTelemetry, Capsule Technologies and Cardiologs, expanding Philips’ patient monitoring and diagnostics capabilities. Prior to Philips, Mr. Jakobs held executive roles at Royal Dutch Shell and Reed Elsevier, where he led digital transformations and business growth initiatives. His leadership continues to shape Philips as a leader in healthcare technology, improving patient outcomes while reducing costs.
